| 1 miles from valley forge national historical park. the rooms have free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs with hd channels, full work desks (as well as ergonomic lap desks) and coffeemakers (some also have extra-large desks). in addition to a free breakfast buffet (or breakfast bags to go), amenities include an outdoor pool and a patio, a fitness center, a business center and complimentary parking. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. this contemporary hotel on route 30 (40 minutes outside downtown philadelphia) is 10. suites add living space, minifridges and microwaves (some have pull-out sofas)
Philadelphia International Airport 40 min
Brandywine River Museum of Art (22 min)
Gristmill-turned-museum with paintings by Howard Pyle, N.C. Wyeth & others plus big windows & views. Ridley Creek State Park (20 min)
Green oasis of woodlands & meadows offering hiking, fishing & picnicking from sunrise to sunset. QVC Studio Park (11 min)
Retail store providing goods sold by the shopping channel, including jewelry, home decor & apparel. Arnold's Family Fun Center (22 min)
Huge activity center for all ages featuring mini-golf, arcade games & laser tag. Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens (13 min)
Horticultural showcase of native plants & a world-class collection of rhododendrons & azaleas. Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates (21 min)
Picnic areas, a visitor center with exhibits & a museum shop are available at this sprawling locale. Tyler Arboretum (23 min)
Also known as Minshall & Jacob Painter Farm, this 650-acre tree park has a pinetum & woodland walk. Wharton Esherick Museum (19 min)
Whimsical dwelling with 300+ pieces of wood furniture & sculpture made by artist Wharton Esherick. American Helicopter Museum & Education Center (9 min)
Aviation museum showing off helicopters & other aircraft & offering regular tours/events. Valley Forge National Historical Park (13 min)
Trolley & ranger-led walking tours are offered at this Revolutionary War site with miles of trails. Washington's Headquarters (18 min)
Visitors can tour the historic building used as a war room by the namesake general in 1777-78. Marsh Creek State Park (20 min)
The 1,727-acre park contains Marsh Creek Lake offers fishing & boating, ice skating & ice-boating. Chanticleer, a pleasure garden (22 min)
Lush arboretum & landscaped garden featuring a large variety of flora plus tours, classes & more. Longwood Gardens (27 min)
Vast collection of vibrant flower gardens, a greenhouse & fountain shows plus student courses. | 
